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Men with high blood pressure can sometimes experience erectile dysfunction but, for many of them, it can be treated effectively

Blood Pressure UK

“Men with high blood pressure can sometimes experience erectile dysfunction but, for many of them, it can be treated effectively,” said the charity.

“If erectile dysfunction is caused by high blood pressure, then lowering blood pressure through medicines and lifestyle changes should treat the problem effectively.”

Beta-blockers and some diuretics were the most likely blood pressure medicines to cause erectile dysfunction.

Speak to your GP if you’re worried that medication could be causing erectile dysfunction, the Blood Pressure UK advised.

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About 30 per cent of high blood pressure patients complained of erectile dysfunction

Changing dosage or moving to another medicine could help to reduce symptoms of impotence (erectile dysfunction).

But, it was important to speak to a doctor about any changes to medication, and don’t stop taking any current medication without medical advice.

About 30 per cent of patients with high blood pressure also reported erectile dysfunction, according to a 2012 US study.

More than 25 per cent of adults in the UK have high blood pressure, said the NHS.

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High blood pressure affects more than 25 per cent of adults in the UK

Medical conditions caused by high blood pressure

Wed, September 7, 2016

There are several life threatening medical conditions and diseases caused by high blood pressure. Often they do not have any symptoms so it is a good idea to regularly check your blood pressure and keep it under control.